Aquastar Deepstar IIvsEza 1972
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Measurements
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Deepstar II
1972
Diameter
37mm
35.8mm
Lug-to-Lug
46mm
44.3mm
lowest
Thickness
12mm
11.3mm
lowest
Water Resistance
200m
highest
30m
Power Reserve
n/a
40h
MSRP
n/a
$1,411
Movement
Sellita SW290-1
Sellita SW200-1
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
2 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.
Owners widely praise the Aquastar Deepstar II for its comfortable 37mm wearability, vintage aesthetic, and excellent value. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its smooth-winding Sellita SW290-1 movement, remarkable timekeeping, and legible dial with excellent lume. The updated beads-of-rice bracelet with a diver extension is considered a worthwhile upgrade, and the included grey tropic strap is notably supple. Some owners, however, find the 37mm case diameter too small, despite the 47mm lug-to-lug contributing to a larger perceived wrist presence. One owner dislikes the small seconds subdial, finding it interrupts the dial's aesthetic. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Aquastar Deepstar II highly for its vintage charm, comfortable wearability, and strong value proposition.
The vintage design and 37mm case size are praised. The price point is considered a strong point by one reviewer, while another suggests it may limit its appeal.
Owners widely praise the Eza 1972 for its faithful vintage re-issue design and good value, with many finding it nearly perfect and superior to comparable models. Reviewers and owners alike highlight its thin case and quality straps, while some note the 30m water resistance as a limitation for a dive watch. On balance, the consensus is that the Eza 1972 is highly regarded for its vintage aesthetic and excellent value proposition.
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